As a considerable development of current society, people's demand for entertainment grows significantly. Various cultural and artistic exhibitions are emerging everywhere, fulfilling the recreational and spiritual needs of diverse segments of a society. However, such events can also become venues for disseminating harmful cultural materials, negatively impacting education, especially for younger generations. Therefore, an individual or organization must obtain an exhibition permit from the competent authority to hold an exhibition. Cultural and artistic exhibitions include art exhibitions, photography exhibitions and other cultural and artistic events. In this article, NPLaw will provide information about art exhibitions and guide readers on how to quickly and effectively apply for an art exhibition permit.
I/ Can an art exhibition be held without the permit? What is the current situation?
NPLaw responds to this question as follows:
Organizing an art exhibition without the permit, as stipulated in Article 19 of Decree 38/2021/ND-CP, is subject to a fine ranging from 15,000,000 VND to 20,000,000 VND. Additionally, such an art exhibition will be required to be stopped. Therefore, individuals and organizations should take note to avoid financial and emotional losses. …
As of 2022, all three fields of state management in art, photography and exhibitions have specific Decrees regulating their activities: Decree 113/2013/ND-CP dated October 2nd, 2013 on Art activities; Decree 72/2016/ND-CP dated July 1st, 2016 on Photography activities; and Decree 23/2019/ND-CP dated February 26th, 2019 on Exhibition activities.
Additionally, Circular No. 01/2018/TT-BVHTTDL dated January 18th, 2018 provides detailed guidance on implementing certain provisions of Decree No. 113/2013/ND-CP dated October 2nd, 2013 of the Government on Art activities; Circular No. 06/2019/TT-BVHTTDL dated August 1st, 2019 states the regulations on the organization and operation of the Content Appraisal Council for exhibition contents; Circular No. 08/2020/TT-BVHTTDL dated November 10th, 2020 states technical and economic norms for the art component in constructing monument and relief projects. The promulgation of Circular No. 08/2020/TT-BVHTTDL by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is essential and has significantly been contributing to state management of monument construction in localities and across the country. It ensures the professional standards of arts and construction processes, and the artistic and technical quality of monument projects under the current circumstances.
1. Most important matters to consider when applying for the Art exhibition Permit
Individuals and organizations should consider the following matters when applying for the Art exhibition Permit:
- Cases requiring the Art exhibition Permit:
+ An exhibition organized by a Vietnamese organization or individual for display abroad.
+ An exhibition organized by a foreign organization or individual in Vietnam.
- Cases requiring a Notification of exhibition:
+ An exhibition organized by central-level organizations in Vietnam.
+ An exhibition co-organized by organizations from two or more provinces or cities in Vietnam.
+ An exhibition organized by local organizations or individuals within their locality.
II. Conditions for applying the Art exhibition Permit
The conditions for applying for the Art exhibition Permit are relatively straightforward, so such products only need to comply with legal regulations. The exhibition venue is required to have adequate space and equipment to match the scale of the exhibition. Additionally, it must meet requirements for public order and safety, social decorum, environmental hygiene, and fire fighting and prevention.
III. Application dossier for the Art exhibition Permit
Please prepare the following documents:
- A written application form.
- A list of authors, artworks, materials, dimensions of the artworks, and the year of creation.
- A color photograph (10x15 cm) of each artwork.
- For outdoor exhibitions, a document from the venue owner committing to ensuring public order, social safety, public decorum, environmental hygiene, and fire fighting and prevention measures.
IV. Procedures for applying the Art exhibition Permit
NPLaw provides the following guidance on the procedures for applying the Art exhibition Permit:
Step 1: Submitting one complete dossier, as mentioned above, to the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Department of Art, Photography and Exhibition).
Step 2: Within seven (07) working days from the date of receiving a complete and valid dossier, the Department of Art, Photography and Exhibition will issue the permit to the applicant. If the permit is not issued, a written response stating the reasons must be provided.
V. Addressing questions about the Art exhibition Permit
During the preparation of the aforesaid dossier, various issues may arise. NPLaw provides answers to some of the most common questions from readers below:
5.1. Authority to issue the Art exhibition Permit
The competent authority responsible for issuing the Art exhibition Permit is the Department of Art, Photography and Exhibition under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.
5.2. Fees for applying for the Art exhibition Permit
The most frequently asked question regarding this procedure is about the associated fees. Organizations and individuals involved in activities related to art exhibitions must pay fees in accordance with the regulations on fees and charges.
In addition to fees associated with preparing the exhibition venue, application fees may vary depending on the specific area. Please take note of this.
5.3. How long does it take to obtain the Art exhibition Permit?
If the application dossier is valid, you will receive the Art exhibition Permit within seven (07) working days from the date of submission.
VI. Art exhibition Permit application services
The application procedure for the Art exhibition Permit is not overly complicated, but not everyone can handle it effectively. It’s advisable to have a team of advisors and supporters to ensure the process implements smoothly and efficiently.
The aforesaid information provided by NPLaw aims to address common questions about the procedure for applying for the Art exhibition Permit. If you find the information still unclear or challenging, please contact us. We offer detailed legal advice via direct meetings, phone or email related to this matter to you. We assist and guide Clients through tasks such as drafting and preparing the required application dossier for the Art exhibition Permit. With a professional team of lawyers and the motto “Your Benefits – Our Priority,” NPLaw strives to be a reliable partner in achieving your success. The trust of Clients forms the foundation for NPLaw’s growth in the future.
